Enriqueta Jiménez

Enriqueta Jiménez
Born Enriqueta Jiménez Chagoya
circa 1935 (age 76)
Salamanca, Guanajuato, Mexico
Occupation Actress and singer
Years active 1957-1989; 2004-present
Spouse Raúl Vieira
(?–2007; his death)

Enriqueta "Queta" Jiménez, also known as La Prieta Linda, is a Mexican ranchera singer and actress.[1] She first started with Silvestre Vargas' mariachi, but later received self-recognition as a singer touring nationally and internationally. Noted for her brown complexion, Jiménez also appeared in musical guest roles in films since 1957. Her memorable film appearances include El caudillo, Valente Quintero, Los pobre ilegales.

La Prieta Linda is also the younger sister of actress and singer, Flor Silvestre.

Selected filmography

Year Title Role
1958 Bajo el cielo de México 'Prieta Linda'
1967 Los alegres Aguilares Lupe
1973 Valente Quintero Carmen
1982 O'ra es cuando chile verde 'La Prieta'

References

  1. ^ [http://www.elporvenir.com.mx/notas.asp?nota_id=172055 (Spanish) "El Porvenir" - En Escena, Vive Queta Jiménez momentos difíciles ante retiro de los escenarios]

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